Technologists should focus on proactivity, not reactivity, to deliver on Industry 4.0 goals

As we seek to build smarter factories, embrace new business models, and streamline operations, manufacturers of all shapes and sizes are looking to integrate the latest technologies, whether or not they use the term ‘Industry 4.0’. The World Economic Forum’s 2022 ‘Global Smart Industry Readiness Index revealed that investment in deep tech solutions, amid commitments to innovation, remain a key priority for business leaders in 2023 across the UK manufacturing industries.B